Events Calendar

In this workshop, Alzheimer's LA will talk about how to better communicate with your loved one. Suggestions for how to handle common challenges and situations for those caring for someone with dementia will also be provided.

Join us for an exciting adventure from "bore" to "bard" in our Summer Teen Dungeons and Dragons campaign, expertly led by a Dungeon Master! This event is open to teens aged 11 to 18 only.Mark your calendars for our sessions on the following dates…

Ove is a principled widower whose plans for a lonely exit are disrupted when a boisterous young family moves in next door. Their persistent friendship melts his icy exterior, transforming a story of grief into a touching tribute to community and…

Join us for our Summer Movies series featuring the groundbreaking sci-fi classic The Matrix, starring Keanu Reeves and Laurence Fishburne.Follow Neo, a computer programmer who discovers that the world he knows is not what it seems. Guided by a…

Join us for a conversation about The Big Sleep, by Raymond Chandler. When old man Sternwood, a dying millionaire, hires Philip Marlowe to expose the blackmailer of one of his troublesome daughters, Marlowe finds himself involved with more than simple…

Are you excited to flex those new reading skills? Come and share your love of reading early chapter books.This month we will be reading A Boy Called Bat by Elana K. Arnold. Copies are available at the circulation desk.

Join us for an engaging introduction to Latin, Roman history, and mythology. Discover how 60% of English vocabulary is rooted in Latin. Our lessons will focus on useful derivatives and connections to modern language. Learning Latin not only boosts…

Join us for a fun and creative session to make a vision board filled with your goals and aspirations for school and fun activities this year!

Join Dr. Desmonette Hazly, an Integrative Health Specialist, for an exciting new series on Integrative Health and Wellness. This series will explore various ways to nurture both mental and physical health through the Arts and Humanities, focusing on…

Join us for a lively discussion of The Academy by Elin Hilderbrand. All are welcome!

Join us for the beautiful art of Iris Folding. Make your own unique card to give to yourself as an art piece or as a card to a friend. Learn the art of folding paper into a three dimensional artistic design. Come and meet new friends in the convivial…

Join us for a lively discussion of the 2025 novel The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong.

In the early 1900s, young Sarah Rector believes there's oil beneath the barren land she's allotted in Indian Territory. As greedy sharks close in, Sarah turns to family, friends, and some Texas wildcatters to maintain control of her oil-rich land…

Cool off from the heat and enjoy a screening of a family-friendly film.Aug. 21: Sonic the Hedgehog 3Sept. 4: DogmanSnacks are welcomed.

Join us for a laid-back day of art! Let's explore the amazing art pieces we can create using materials we find around us. All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring any materials you would like to use.

Brendan Eder Ensemble blends woodwinds, drums, and bass into lush, hypnotic soundscapes––immersive performances that are calm yet intense, spacious yet deeply felt. Eder’s third album, Therapy is a collection of meditative compositions recorded…

Join us for a workshop on how to draw your own characters. This event is led by teens and is recommended for ages 7 to 12. All supplies will be provided.

Join us for a Centennial Book Club discussion of The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie, part of Los Angeles Public Library’s Central 100 celebration.Published in 1926, this classic mystery follows Hercule Poirot as he unravels a shocking…

In celebration of National Dog Month, join us to decorate a frame for your furry friend.

Join us for a discussion of Animal Farm by George Orwell. This classic political satire follows a group of farm animals who rebel against their owner in hopes of creating a more equal society, only to face new forms of power and corruption. Together…

Join for a discussion of Gorky Park by Martin Cruz Smith. All are welcome!

Join us for a lively discussion of the 1947 novel The Plague by Albert Camus.

Join us for a screening of Hamnet (2025) with Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal.

Join us for Teen Social Hour! It’s all about relaxing, connecting, and having fun in a low-stress space just for teens. Enjoy snacks and games while hanging out with friends! This event is for ages 12-18.